Stolen bank cards used in Rochdale

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Bank cards stolen in a burglary in Meltham, Huddersfield have been used in Rochdale and Saddleworth.

Officers have released CCTV images in the hope that the public may be able to assist in identifying those responsible. A image of a vehicle believed to be connected to the offence has also been released.　

The cards were stolen in a burglary that took place between 8am and 8pm on Sunday February 19, at an address on Acorn Drive, in Meltham. The victim returned home to discover the burglary, and on contacting her card issuer was told of a number of transactions that had already been made.　

The transactions on the cards took place at shops in Saddleworth and Rochdale.　

A vehicle captured on CCTV is believed to have been present near to where the burglary occurred, and is described as a blue Skoda Fabia.　

Detective Constable Chris Eglan of Kirklees CID said: "Returning home to find you have been the victim of crime is understandably very upsetting and distressing. The victim swiftly contacted her card issuers, and was alarmed to find that her cards had already been used. 　

"Firstly, I would appeal to anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously around the Acorn Drive area in Meltham on Sunday 19 February to contact the police. I would also appeal to anyone who can offer any information about the person or vehicle shown in the CCTV to come forward. Enquiries are ongoing."　

Anyone who has any information about the burglary offence, or who can assist in identifying those shown in the CCTV is asked to contact the police via 101 quoting 13170079644. Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent crime fighting charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.